Summary
The council was to consider a commercial right of entry agreement with Charter Communications (Spectrum) to install FAA communication equipment at the airport.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $140,000, drawn from nearly $2 million in bid savings on the runway project.
Airport operations and aviation safety systems.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Pre Council Briefing - Aug 25, 2026
The council reviewed several airport items: a $2.7 million barge mooring facility contract, FAA agreements for the runway 4-22 extension and cargo apron phase two, landing fee framework with Ascension FBO, and terminating Vector Airport Systems.
Public Projects Committee - Mar 24, 2026
During the runway extension, the city hired Hughes Aerospace for interim instrument procedures so charters — including university athletic flights — can keep flying in bad weather until FAA permanent procedures arrive in 2027.
City Council - Mar 10, 2026
The council was to consider a commercial right of entry agreement with Charter Communications (Spectrum) to install FAA communication equipment at the airport.
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